Ch. 24 Ep. 9: Time for the Final Round!
Ai and Setsuna's match ends with them praising each other's performances, but who will claim victory in this heated competition once the final round has arrived?
Kasumi
That's our Setsuna. She could even beat Ai at her best.
Kasumi
*Giggle* All that's left is for me to beat Lanzhu Zhong, and the School Idol Club will be declared the winner!
Kasumi
I think she's figured out that I'm super cute, but I need to show her that the School Idol Club is better than the Association too!
Kasumi
I'm gonna make sure they all know that our club has the school idols who truly represents Nijigasaki!
Kasumi
So you'd better actually watch my awe-inspiring performance this time, Prez!
Player
Yeah. I promise I'll watch properly this time.
Kasumi
Do you promise? Pinky swear with me. If someone asks you to do something, you have to say no!
Player
Okay. I promise.
Kasumi
Yaaay! Now I'm gonna be unbeatable for sure!
Ayumu
Let's continue with the second match of round two. Please welcome back Kasumi Nakasu of the School Idol Club!
Player
Break a leg, Kasumi!
Kasumi
I'm gonna beat that detestable Lanzhu Zhong to a pulp!
[Fade in/out.]
Kasumi
Nooo! I can't believe I lost! By a lot!
Player
You worked hard, Kasumi. I saw how you were trying your best.
Kasumi
I didn't want you to see me like this! Waaahhh!
Shizuku
The final showdown is now between Setsuna and Lanzhu.
Rina
That match-up makes a lot of sense as the last battle between the Club and the Association.
Shizuku
If Setsuna wins this round, then the School Idol Club will be the champions!
Kasumi
I hate that I have to rely on you, Setsuna, but I'd hate it even more if the Club lost altogether. Avenge me!
Rina
It'll be okay. Setsuna can win this.
Shizuku
We're all rooting for you!
Kasumi
Show everyone in the Association what a real school idol looks like!
Setsuna
Leave it to me. I will win for all of us and for the School Idol Club!
Setsuna
This is a decisive match I absolutely cannot lose!
Player
Y-Yeah, but don't forget that relaxing is important too, Setsuna.
Setsuna
I'll be fine. Now that you've all imbued me with your passionate emotions, I feel like I can give a performance that's twice—no, three times as strong!
Player
Well, as long as you're all right with it… Have a great time like always!
Setsuna
With everyone in the School Idol Club counting on me, I'm feeling unstoppable! I swear I will win.
[Fade in/out.]
Shioriko
It's almost time for the final round.
Lanzhu
Who knew it would end up being a one-on-one match between the Club and the Association?
Ai
I wanted to be the one who went up against you, Lanzhu.
Lanzhu
Honestly… You're smiling a lot for someone who lost.
Ai
It's because I realized that Setsu's way more of an ultimate rival to me than I thought.
Lanzhu
Whatever. It's not a big deal as long as I win.
Shioriko
It's great that you're feeling confident, but don't underestimate her and let her trip you up.
Lanzhu
I wouldn't let anyone trip me up in a million years.
Mia
But Ai lost to her. Staying calm is fine, but you have to keep your guard up.
Shioriko
Yes. Even among her talented peers, Setsuna is one of the School Idol Club's top-level performers.
Lanzhu
Really? I didn't notice much of a difference with the other girls.
Lanzhu
I think she makes for a very fine school idol, but so do the others.
Lanzhu
All of them have their own delightful quirks and characteristics. It's so wonderful that we get to compete against people like that.
Lanzhu
That being said! I am still unbeatable when I get serious.
Lanzhu
I'm Lanzhu, remember?
Mia
*Giggle* There's the Lanzhu I'm used to. I'm relieved. Go out there and beat Setsuna with the song I wrote.
Shioriko
Lanzhu, it's almost time.
Lanzhu
I can see that. Sit back and watch while I win the whole thing.
Lanzhu
I'll bring victory to the School Idol Association.
[Fade in/out.]
Kanata
It's the moment we've all been waiting for—the final round! This is awesome!
Ayumu
The final round will be Setsuna Yuki versus Lanzhu Zhong!
Emma
Up first is Setsuna Yuki!
[Fade in/out.]
Shizuku
Good luck, Setsuna!
Rina
I want everyone to see the power of the School Idol Club.
Kasumi
The future of the Club depends on you, Setsuna. You really have to win. You just have to!
Setsuna
Leave it to me! I, Setsuna Yuki, am ready for the stage!
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